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#1108785 06/17/2015 4:58 PM
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I just set my restored cab on the restored frame. Installed new front mounting bolts, shims, and cushion. I read the factory assembly manual regarding the two rear shackles (this is a '51 3600), and it says to shim to .76, +.06, -.0. I'm guessing this means the rear of the cab should be held approximately 3/4 of an inch above the frame rails by the shackles, but can someone confirm that? Also, is there any kind of cushioning pad between the shackle and the cab, or is it the shackle that provides the cushion? Thank you very much in advance for any responses.

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Here you can see the referenced measurement from the FAM, and yes 3/4" is probably close enough. I have parted several trucks that have included shims, sometimes on the frame but most often on the cab.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/14779252972/in/album-72157631868452754/
Here are a couple pictures of the shims referenced above.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/14595267579/in/album-72157631868452754/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/8129510232/in/album-72157631868452754/
There are no cushion pads on the rear, only on the front mount do you find pads. The early center mount used a bumper on each side because the cab flexed, the later internally cushioned shackles eliminated the need for them.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/8129470535/in/album-72157631868452754/


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